Red Fire Ant Is Now Established in Europe – Aggressive Species Poses Ecological and Health Threats
The study confirmed that the red fire ant, considered one of the most invasive species in the world, and the 5th most costly to combat,…
Invasive Species News
DNA Breakthrough – How Genetic Shedding Unveils Species Secrets
Ecologists have shown that the genetic material that species shed into their environments can reveal not only the presence of the species but also a…
Red Alert: Invasive Fire Ants Confirmed in Europe for the First Time – “One of the Worst Invasive Species”
The invasive red fire ant, native to South America, has been officially identified in Sicily, marking its introduction to Europe. Researchers warn of its potential…
Surprising Study: Seemingly Healthy Ecosystems May Already Be on the Path To Decline
A recent study on biodiversity suggests that using species richness alone may not be a reliable metric for monitoring ecosystems. Ecosystems that appear healthy, with…
Nested Invasions: Alien Species Do Not Arrive Alone
Researchers have introduced the concept of “nested invasions,” where invading species like Johnstone’s whistling frog carry invasive microbiomes to new ecosystems. The study emphasizes the…
Massive Spiders Spreading Across the Southeastern U.S. Have a Surprising Survival Trait
New study suggests the massive spiders are gentle giants, mean people no harm. The Joro spider, despite its intimidating size and rapid spread across Southeastern…
Hornet’s Genetic Secrets Uncovered: The Key to Their Global Invasion Success
Researchers at UCL sequenced the genomes of two hornet species, uncovering rapid genome evolution that may explain their success as invasive species, which could help…
Invasion Alert: How One Asian Hornet Sparked a European Takeover
The ongoing Asian hornet invasion: Traced back to a single source in Europe In Europe, the Asian (or “Yellow-legged”) Hornet (Vespa velutina) is a predator…
Against Common Belief – Invasive Species Are Often Beneficial
A Brown University biologist calls for a more balanced view of invasive species. Invasive species, also known as non-native species, have become much more well-known…
A Plant From the USA Has Invaded Europe – How Did It Do It?
In order to comprehend the spread of the invasive North American plant known as ragweed, researchers looked into its genes. One of the world’s biggest…
Australian Rabbit Plague Puzzle Solved With DNA Profiling
Rabbits were first introduced to mainland Australia in 1788 when five domestic animals were brought to Sydney on the First Fleet. At least 90 subsequent…
American Forests Are Being Overrun by Invasive Species
A recent plant survey discovered that numerous invasive non-native species are prospering in Ohio. Invasive species that have been introduced to the United States over…
Invasive Insects Will Kill 1.4 Million US Street Trees Over the Next 30 Years, Costing Over $900 Million
A new study by researchers from McGill University, the USDA Forest Service Southern Research Station, and North Carolina State University estimates that over the next…
Sex Pheromone Could Be Key to Stopping Giant “Murder” Hornet Invasion
Chemicals used as bait to trap and track so-called ‘murder hornets’ as they expand their footprint in the Western United States. The world’s largest hornet…
“Alien” Species of Predatory Hammerhead Worms Identified in Europe and Africa
Two new species of potentially invasive hammerhead flatworms from Europe (France and Italy) and Africa (Mayotte) “Alien” species of predatory hammerhead worms – including a…
Invasive Species “Hitchhiking” on Ships Threaten Antarctica’s Unique Ecosystems
Marine life hitching a ride on ocean-crossing ships poses a threat to Antarctica’s pristine ecosystems, with the potential for invasive species to arrive from almost…
Space Biosecurity: Scientists Warn That Alien Organisms on Earth May Become a Reality Stranger Than Fiction
Scientists warn, without good biosecurity measures ‘alien organisms’ on Earth may become a reality stranger than fiction. Published in international journal BioSciences, a team of…
Using Sea Lampreys’ Natural Instincts Against Them – Controlling a Destructive Invasive Species
Researchers at Michigan State University are using pheromones, passive barriers, and the sea lampreys’ parasitic suction against them. Sea lampreys are a destructive invasive species…
